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SUMMARY:Author Talk: “We Share The Same Sky”
DESCRIPTION:Winner of the Maine Literary Award\, “We Share The Same Sky: A Memoir of Memory & Migration\,” is a riveting and awe-inspiring debut novel by author and inaugural Storyteller in Residence for USC Shoah Foundation\, Rachael Cerrotti. Cerrotti had always known her grandmother Hana was a Holocaust survivor\, but what she discovered – an entire archive of her life – after Hana’s passing led to an incredible journey of discovery and self-discovery.\nJoin us for a live book discussion with Cerrotti as we follow her through a decade-long journey to weave together the thin threads of her family history in this intergenerational storytelling tour-de-force. The discussion will be moderated by Richard Salomon\, Vice President of Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center’s Board of Directors.\nMembers: Free; Non-Members: $ 5\nRegister: https://ihm.ec/wesharethesamesky
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/on-site-book-author-we-share-the-same-sky/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:NHM Virtual Book Club - The Island of Missing Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Hellenic Museum’s Virtual Book Club! \nIn October\, we will be discussing The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak\, shortlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction. \nBook Club is free to join and meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7 PM CDT via Zoom. \n  \nMore about The Island of Missing Trees: \n“A wise novel of love and grief\, roots and branches\, displacement and home\, faith and belief. Balm for our bruised times.” ―David Mitchell\, author of Utopia Avenue \nA rich\, magical new novel on belonging and identity\, love and trauma\, nature and renewal\, from the Booker-shortlisted author of 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World. \nTwo teenagers\, a Greek Cypriot and a Turkish Cypriot\, meet at a taverna on the island they both call home. In the taverna\, hidden beneath garlands of garlic\, chili peppers and creeping honeysuckle\, Kostas and Defne grow in their forbidden love for each other. A fig tree stretches through a cavity in the roof\, and this tree bears witness to their hushed\, happy meetings and eventually\, to their silent\, surreptitious departures. The tree is there when war breaks out\, when the capital is reduced to ashes and rubble\, and when the teenagers vanish. Decades later\, Kostas returns. He is a botanist looking for native species\, but really\, he’s searching for lost love. \nYears later a Ficus carica grows in the back garden of a house in London where Ada Kazantzakis lives. This tree is her only connection to an island she has never visited— her only connection to her family’s troubled history and her complex identity as she seeks to untangle years of secrets to find her place in the world. \nA moving\, beautifully written\, and delicately constructed story of love\, division\, transcendence\, history\, and eco-consciousness\, The Island of Missing Trees is Elif Shafak’s best work yet. \nOn the New York Times bestseller list for over 20 weeks * A New York Times Notable Book * A Barack Obama Favorite * A National Book Award Finalist * Named a Best Book of the Year by Fresh Air\, Time\, Entertainment Weekly\, Associated Press\, and many more.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/nhm-virtual-book-club-the-island-of-missing-trees/
LOCATION:Online\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Events,Online Events,Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:ACCE Soft Reopening
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! \nWe hope that you and your loved ones have continued to heal and grow from all the difficulties of the pandemic these past two years. In the spirit of recovery\, ACCE is BACK for in-person events starting this fall. We are beginning our return to the space with this FREE soft reopening party! Please join us for an evening of refreshments\, new and familiar art\, artist talk + book signing\, and much more…! \nACCE has been working hard over the summer to renovate several features of our gallery and we would love to share all of our changes with you. One of our key new features includes a rotating art space where ACCE will be featuring various art works quarterly. This fall\, ACCE is proud to present the photography of Sadaf Syed\, the author and artist behind iCover. Sadaf will be our keynote speaker of the evening\, sharing more about her work and holding a Q+A. Additionally\, guests will have an opportunity to purchase copies of iCover books/prints during this event! You don’t wanna miss out! \nSadaf Syed | Biography \nRecognized as a leading artist by the White House\, Photojournalist\, Sadaf Syed is today’s award-winning photographer and author. Syed is best known for breaking down stereotypes as she educates and inspires her audience through the eyes of photography and the perspectives of her subjects. She was a digital news Photo Editor and Staff Photographer for Al Jazeera America. Syed authored an award-winning coffee table book\, iCOVER: A Day in the Life of a Muslim-American COVERed Girl. iCOVER debut it’s photography exhibition in the United Arab Emirates hosted by the royal family of Sharjah in the famous Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization. \nSyed was recruited by the Chicago History Museum and hired as a photographer in March\, 2019 to photograph Muslim Chicagoans sharing their stories of faith\, identity\, and personal journeys for the new exhibition\, American Medina which made its debut October 21\, 2019 at the Chicago History Museum. \nBook synopsis \niCOVER: A Day in the life of a Muslim-American COVERed Girl \nMrs. Syed captures moments in the day-to-day lives of these Muslim women\, moments that the average American can relate to once they “embrace” the fact that she covers her hair. The accompanying photo captions and personal quotes flesh out the dimensions of these women’s lives. In the faces of a dancer\, a surfer-girl\, a biker\, a tri-athlete and even a boxer you hear their voices\, and touch their thoughts\, dreams\, struggles and fears. With each page\, a stereotypes is shattered and the misunderstandings that surround the female followers of a faith of 1.8 billion diminish. iCOVER has garnered significant publicity both domestically and internationally. \nEvent Details \n7:00-8:00 PM: Refreshments + Self Guided Gallery Viewing \n8:00-8:15: Opening Remarks by ACCE \n8:15-9:00: Book Talk by Sadaf + Q/A \n9:00-9:30: Purchase Books/Prints + Socialize \n  \n*The Abrahamic Center for Cultural Education (ACCE) is an art gallery and resource center dedicated to promoting the understanding of Islam and Muslims in the community by working with individuals and academic\, religious\, public\, and private institutions. ACCE supplements existing educational programs at schools and universities with training sessions\, presentations\, and other resources to help our community raise more culturally competent generations. Our two main services are educational presentations and visits to our exhibition space.  ACCE is an initiative of the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA®)\, a global leader in halal certification. For more information\, visit our website at www.abrahamiccenter.org. \n**Please note\, moving forward\, ACCE will be operating on a hybrid model\, offering both in-person and virtual presentations and events.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/acce-soft-reopening/
LOCATION:Abrahamic Center for Cultural Education\, 55 W Van Buren Street\, Suite 220\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest Stammtisch | Open Haus
DESCRIPTION:Cap off your Oktoberfest season at the best fest in town! Our indoor Oktoberfest features live music from Paloma Band of Chicago\, authentic German food and drinks\, and more! Attendees will enjoy plenty of yodeling\, dancing\, and pretzel eating starting at 7:30 PM.\n\nOur historic Marunde Ballroom\, located on the 5th floor\, will be decorated in traditional festival style and our signature vintage bar will feature imported German Spaten Oktoberfest\, Würzburger and local Festzelt Oktoberfest beers on tap. Come hungry and enjoy Thüringer\, Bratwurst\, Leberkäse\, potato salad\, sauerkraut\, pretzels and Landjäger!\n\nGuests can enter our famous “Stein Holding Contest” and dance to the music of Paloma Band of Chicago. Come wearing your finest Dirndl and Lederhosen to the Oktoberfest of the Season at the DANK Haus!\n\nInterested in becoming a sponsor? Email dank@dankhaus.com
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/oktoberfest-stammtisch-open-haus/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Dance,Food and Drink,Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:Truths As We Speak Them: A Storytelling Open Mic in Bronzeville/Chinatown
DESCRIPTION:I am very happy to present Truths As We Speak Them: A Storytelling Open Mic in Bronzeville/Chinatown. \nThis open mic storytelling gathering\, hosted by Ada Cheng\, is co-sponsored by Bronzeville Historical Society\, Chinese American Museum of Chicago\, and People Matter.\nOur first event will take place in-person on Saturday October 22 from 1:30-3:00pm CT.\nPlease mask up for safety.\nThis open mic will rotate between Bronzeville and Chinatown neighborhoods.\nWe will have our inaugural event on Saturday October 22 at the Chinese Museum of Chicago and our next event on Saturday November 19 at Bronzeville Historical Society.\nWe welcome everyone to participate in these two upcoming events and share their stories.\nOpen mic rules:\nIn-person sign up at 1pm.\nArrive early for seats.\nAll open spots are given 7 minutes with a courtesy warning at 6 minutes to perform and can perform more than once if time permits.\nThis is a safe space for all regardless of race\, class\, gender\, sexuality\, and ability.\n\n\nProducer and host:\nDr. Ada Cheng is a professor-turned storyteller\, solo performer\, and storytelling producer. She has been featured in storytelling shows and done her two solo performances all over the country. She is the producer and the host of multiple storytelling shows. Dr. Cheng uses storytelling to illustrate structural inequities\, to raise critical awareness\, and to build intimate communities.\nHer motto: Make your life the best story you tell.\nCheck out her website: www.renegadeadacheng.com.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/truths-as-we-speak-them-a-storytelling-open-mic-in-bronzeville-chinatown/
LOCATION:Chinese American Museum of Chicago\, 238 W. 23rd St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:Truths as We Speak Them: A Storytelling Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at CAMOC for the first gathering of Truths As We Speak Them: A Storytelling Open Mic on Oct 22! This open mic storytelling gathering\, hosted by Ada Cheng\, is co-sponsored by the Bronzeville Historical Society\, Chinese American Museum of Chicago\, and People Matter. \nThe open mic will rotate between Bronzeville and Chinatown neighborhoods. The inaugural event is on Saturday\, October 22\, at the Chinese Museum of Chicago and our next event is Saturday\, November 19\, at Bronzeville Historical Society. \nWe welcome everyone to participate in these two upcoming events and share their stories. \nOpen mic rules:\n– In-person sign up at 1pm.\n– Arrive early for seats.\n– All open spots are given 7 minutes with a courtesy warning at 6 minutes to perform and can perform more than once if time permits.\n– This is a safe space for all regardless of race\, class\, gender\, sexuality\, and ability. \n  \nAbout the producer and host:\nAda Cheng is a professor-turned storyteller\, solo performer\, and storytelling producer. She has been featured in storytelling shows and done her two solo performances all over the country. She is the producer and the host of multiple storytelling shows\, including Pour One Out: A Monthly Storytelling Series\, Am I Man Enough?\, Talk Stories: An Asian American/Asian Diaspora Storytelling Show\, Speaking Truths Series\, and This Is America: Truths through My Body. \nHer motto: Make your life the best story you tell. \nCheck out her website here.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/truths-as-we-speak-them-a-storytelling-open-mic/
LOCATION:Chinese American Museum of Chicago\, 238 W. 23rd St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater,Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:Journey Chicago: Navigating Borders: A Creative Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of Journey Chicago\, the Chicago Cultural Alliance’s annual citywide festival of cross-cultural events. \nSouth Asia and Korea share a common history of being divided by an arbitrary line that gave rise to new nations\, India and Pakistan and North and South Korea. This year is the 75th. anniversary of the Partition of British India and the current exhibition at South Asia Institute revolves around the aftermath of the event. The collaborative program that will be presented by SAI and KCCOC will highlight the experiences of the people of the two nations with talks by South Asian and Korean academicians: Dr. Hardeep Dhillon and Dr. Ji-Yeon Yuh\, followed by a musical collaboration by South Asian and Korean musicians: Sandeep Bharadwaj\, Woosung Jung\, Suwan Choi\, Chansoo Lee\, Yun Sil Jang\, Deokhwan Kim. Food from South Asia and Korea will be served. Attendees will have access to the exhibition at SAI following the event.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/journey-chicago-navigating-borders-a-creative-collaboration/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alliance Events,Music, Film, and Theater,Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:Dominican American Midwest Association: Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dominican American Midwest Association (DAMA) for their Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony 2022. Featuring a presentation of the DAMA & Ramón García Educational Awards. \n_____________ \nSaturday October 22\, 2022 \n7pm \nBiagio Banquet Hall | 4242 N Central Ave \nCOVID Protocols are observed
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/dominican-american-midwest-association-annual-dinner-and-awards-ceremony-2022/
LOCATION:Biagio Banquet Hall\, 4242 N Central Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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